The 48 Best Gifts (That You Can Buy on Amazon) for Every Type of Dad

So you’ve gotten all your gifts (right?), but just in case, we've rounded up the best last-minute things that'll arrive in time for everyone you’ve put off shopping for. Welcome to Last Minute Week.

So you’ve gotten all your gifts (right?), but just in case, we've rounded up the best last-minute things that'll arrive in time for everyone you’ve put off shopping for. Welcome to Last Minute Week.

Gifts for dads who are Dylan fans, coffee fiends, and more.
Photo: Courtesy of the retailers

Just as with moms, there’s no one type of dad. There are golf dads and design dads and lazy dads, among so many other kinds. So we racked our brains to come up with the best gifts for the many, many different types of dads you might be shopping for this holiday season. And if you’re looking for more eleventh-hour ideas, be sure to check out our last-minute Father’s Day gift guide, too, for more good ideas. Don’t miss all of the Strategist’s holiday gift coverage right here, too.

For the alarm clock purist

Braun BNC011WHWH Quartz Alarm Clock

$40
at Amazon

A classic alarm clock from Braun, which has a crescendo alarm that’s more pleasant than an iPhone’s.

For the dad whose legs need a hammock (on a plane)

Sleepy Ride Airplane Footrest

$20
at Amazon

$20(was $30, now 33% off)

Writer Alyse Whitney told us about this little doodad that helps make economy feel like first class: “The straps are adjustable and hook around the tray table in front of you so that it becomes a foot hammock, rocking gently with the motions of the plane.”

For the dad who wants to block out the world

Lewis N. Clark Luggage Comfort Eye mask

$12
for 2
at Amazon

$12(was $16, now 25% off)

Any dad who is looking to block out light completely should consider the Lewis N. Clark mask, which writer Georgia Clark calls the very best: “The Lewis N. Clark Comfort Eye Mask promises and delivers total darkness, superior comfort, and customizable straps. The cotton interior is pillowy-soft, so much softer and more comfortable than other masks that I tried, many of which were made from polyester (or other nonnatural fabrics).”

For the #adoptdontshop dad

Wisdom Panel Health Canine DNA Test

$150
at Amazon

Has your dad been wondering if Fido is a husky? A malamute? Wisdom Panel is like 23andMe for dogs and can tell him his rescue’s breed profile, and this kit also screens for specific genetic conditions.

For the dad who just wants a glass or two while watching Last Week Tonight

The Original Vacu Vin Wine Saver With 2 Vacuum Stoppers

$16
at Amazon

Does dad appreciate wine without downing the whole bottle? Now he won’t have to feel the pressure of degrading his precious bottle of pinot gris. Sommeliers and wine experts think the Vacu Vin does a great job of preserving an open bottle of wine.

For the dad who dreams of being a pilot

Supersonic: The Design and Lifestyle of Concorde

$21
at Amazon

$21(was $35, now 40% off)

If you’re looking for something to give an airplane-loving dad, might we suggest this coffee-table book filled with lots of photos of memorabilia from the Concorde, the supersonic plane that flew from New York City to London and Paris in record time.

For the dad who’s prepping meals with steak knives

For the dad whose Dopp is a Ziploc

Tooletries Koby Bag

$30
at Amazon

The Tooletries dopp kit makes so much sense — it’s made of silicone to be completely spill- and stain-resistant, plus it just looks cooler than some fusty canvas thing. Stock it with some travel-size grooming essentials and leave it in his carry-on.

For the dad whose Bics are always out of ink

Parker Jotter Stainless Steel Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, Black Ink

$9
at Amazon

In case you missed it, the Strategist team recently did a deep dive into the world of pens, testing and ranking gels, felt tips, ballpoints, rollerballs, and fountain pens to determine the 100 best. The Parker Jotter came in at a very respectable number seven — plus it just looks cool.

For the dad who takes far too many notes

Rocketbook Everlast Smart Notebook

$29
at Amazon

$29(was $30, now 3% off)

For the dad who needs to use his notebook an infinite number of times, there’s the Rocketbook Everlast, which can be used endlessly by wiping it with water (no microwave necessary). Writer Steven John is a huge fan. If you get one of these, be sure to stock up on the Pilot FriXion pens, whose ink is the only kind that will bond with the special paper.

For the clean-freak dad

Drillbrush Bathroom Surfaces Tub

$15
at Amazon

$15(was $19, now 21% off)

Writer Maxine Builder calls the Drillbrush — a brush attachment for your power drill — the best thing that ever happened to her shower: “The drill did all the hard work, scrubbing faster and harder than I ever could by hand, and the results were noticeable even after the first pass. All the built-up grime had basically disappeared, though I did a second round just to be sure. The nylon bristles were gentle enough that I couldn’t find a single scratch afterward.”

For the dad whose “luggage” is also his gym bag

Speaking of carry-ons, he might just need the suitcase choice of professionals: Flight attendants and pilots consider the Travelpro spinner the suitcase to use. It’s the one you see them all rolling as they rush past you at security.

For the single-origin-only dad

Chemex Glass Coffee Maker

$51
at Amazon

If dad’s a coffee lover, retire the Mr. Coffee. True devotees swear by pour-over joe brewed with a Chemex. The original Chemex won’t arrive until after Christmas, but the six-quart version with a handle will.